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Nederland man arrested for child pornography possession

A 26-year-old Nederland man was arrested Oct. 1 on 10 counts of child pornography possession, according to a news release from the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office. Oct.

Gov. Abbott limits mail-in ballot locations

Governor Greg Abbott Oct. 1 issued a proclamation aimed at enhancing ballot security protocols for the in-person delivery of marked mail ballots for the November 3rd election.

Beaumont brisket bandits indicted

Two Beaumont men were indicted Sept 30 for their alleged responsibility in the theft of food meant to feed those mourning the death of a young BPD officer in August.

Beaumont reports 23 new COVID-19 cases Sept. 30

The City of Beaumont announced 23 new COVID-19 positives (18 Beaumont, 3 Hamshire, 1 Fannett, 1 China) for Sept. 30.

BISD launches COVID-19 tracker

Sept. 28, BISD launched the COVID-19 tracker which provides real-time data regarding positive cases among students, staff and teachers, according to a news release. Moving forward, the district will report all cases through this tracker.

BISD employee tests positive for COVID-19

Sept. 28, Beaumont ISD received confirmation that a staff member who was on location at Pietzsch-MacArthur tested positive for COVID-19, according to a news release.  The individual was last present at the facility on September 18.

Beaumont confirms 9 new COVID-19 cases Sept. 28

Driver dies in Park Street crash

Around 3 a.m. Sept. 26, Beaumont police responded to a crash in the 1300 block of Park Street, according to a news release. Officers arrived to find the involved vehicle completely engulfed in flames. The investigation revealed the driver was traveling at a high rate of speed before losing control.

Beaumonter arrested for murder

Around 2:30 p.m. Sept. 26, Beaumont police responded to the 2400 block of E. Lucas in reference to a shooting, according to a news release. Upon arrival, officers found a deceased victim, identified as Kevin Kennebrew, 49, of Beaumont.

Port Neches police recover handguns after pursuit through city

Port Neches police are searching for a suspect who tossed stolen firearms from a vehicle during a pursuit through city neighborhoods at about 2 a.m. on Sept. 25.